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Mystery writer Donald Westlake dies at 75: Donald Westlake, one of America's most successful and versatile mystery writers, has died at the age of 75. The author of more than 90 books collapsed from an apparent heart attack as he headed to New Year's Eve dinner while vacationing in Mexico. ›14:10 2 Jan, Fri
Newsweek: Resolve to go bankrupt in 2009: Normally Id say suck it up, cut spending and repay your debt. But not if youre going broke. By Jane Bryant Quinn. ›15:14
Al Gore's Nobel Patrol: A vigilant fan of the former veep keeps watch as the Nobel Committee announces its peace prize. ›15:10 12 Oct, Fri
allDAY: Stars reveal their New Year's resolutions: Haven't had time to eat healthy? Change your mindset for the new year! These meals, developed by Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD, co-author and creator of Flat Belly Diet, will leave you satisfied on fewer calories, helping you to lose weight without feeling hungry. ›15:42 31 Dec, Wed
Answer Desk: Uncle Sam's borrowing binge: As the government works out the details of a massive economic stimulus plan, some readers are asking: where is all this money going to come from?The Answer Desk. ›18:09
To find happiness, turn losses into wins: In "The Great Eight," gold medal Olympian Scott Hamilton reveals the secrets to happiness that helped him through his battle with cancer. In this excerpt, he writes about how each of life's challenges can be a gift. ›22:21
American Idol turns viewers into loons: Sure, many TV shows have fans, but "American Idol" has addicts. The reality competition inspires fan wars, stupid signs, and endless hours of texting. ›01:08 30 Dec, Tue
Starr: How to Fix the Yankees: With their longtime manager halfway out the door, the Yankees in transition will be the most fascinating story in baseball. ›22:28 10 Oct, Wed
Book Excerpt: Vegetable Dishes I Cant Live Without: A book excerpt by Mollie Katzen. ›21:49 6 Oct, Sat
Nursing industry desperate to find new hires: Please, please accept a high-paying job with us. In fact, just swing by for an interview and we'll give you a chance to win cash and prizes. ›22:06
Sons find dads submarine, sunk in 1942: Jim Abele commanded a U.S. submarine that disappeared off the coast of Alaska in 1942. Last fall, the Navy confirmed that after a seven-year search, Abeles sons had solved one of World War II's biggest mysteries: the final resting place of the USS Grunion. ›22:00 1 Jan, Thu
Brunch to dessert: New Years Day feast: Start the first day of the year off right with delicious, home-cooked meals. Chef Michael Lomonaco shares recipes for buttermilk waffles, frittata, Berkshire pork, coconut flan and more. ›18:29 31 Dec, Wed
Cadillac unveils new SRX before Detroit show: General Motors Corp. is counting on the 2010 Cadillac SRX crossover vehicle to lure luxury car buyers with new design and performance features. ›23:18 4 Jan, Sun
Stocks end trading day with modest losses: Caution returned to Wall Street Monday as investors gave back some gains from last week's rally even as they found some encouragement from a report on construction spending. ›21:11
Soccer's Cabrini moonlights as a novelist: Former Italy defender Antonio Cabrini is not the first retired soccer player to write a book and he will not be the last. But the 1982 World Cup-winner has made his publishing debut with a work of fiction, rather than the usual autobiography about the glory days. ›18:12
This year, take control of your finances: Your No. 1 New Year's resolution should be to get your money straight. Sharon Epperson, author of "The Big Payoff," explains how to take ownership of your financial situation by paying down debt, creating a better budget and building a cash reserve. ›16:51 2 Jan, Fri
Writer Inger Christensen dies at 73: The Danish writer who built experimental poems, essays and novels around systematized and mathematical structures has died at age 73. Inger Christensen was considered one of Denmark's most famous poets. ›14:47
Q&A: Hip Size and Breast Cancer Risk: A new study shows that having a mom with wide hips could be a risk factor for breast cancer. ›15:16 8 Oct, Mon
Suicides in national parks increased in 2008: At least 33 people who chose to end their lives last year in a national park, a higher number than in recent years. ›14:42 2 Jan, Fri
Wallet-friendly getaways to Puerto Rico: This winter, travelers who book a four-night air-inclusive package to the island will save $200 off regular rates. ›01:36 3 Jan, Sat
Cool ice-skating rinks in America: Enjoy the season with a dash of winter air at rinks around the country. ›16:16
Iraq: With U.S. Help, Warlords Gain New Power: ›21:49 6 Oct, Sat
Better lungs for kids fed from breast, not bottle: Children who are breast-fed for at least 4 months may have better lung function than those breast fed for shorter periods of time and kids who are bottle fed, a new study suggests. ›21:38 2 Jan, Fri
Obama plan depends on swiftly spending cash: Spending taxpayer money fast enough is one of the biggest hurdles President-elect Barack Obama's team faces in putting together an economic recovery measure. ›16:38
